Academic Offerings: Undergraduate

Cardiocirculatory Physiopathology and Cardiovascular Perfusion
School of Medicine

Cardiocirculatory physiopathology and cardiovascular perfusion is a 3-year Degree established at the University of Insubria, in Varese in 2002. Professor Andrea Sala is the director of this program.

The aim of the degree is to form professionals for the cardiovascular area. Graduates are able to use instruments related to extracorporeal circulation support and to homodynamic techniques. Under medical supervision, they help medical professionals by using diagnostic or therapeutic instruments.

The course duration is three years and required 180 credits (CFU).  It features continuous integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical practical application.  Attendance in teaching activities and practical/clinical sessions is mandatory.
Degrees are awarded to students who pass the final examination and present an accepted thesis.
Graduated technicians work in public and private health institutions, in subordinate positions and as professionals. Technicians work in cardiac surgery, cardiology and transplantation departments, and in university or private research laboratories.